Pensioners urged to check for £4,000 HMRC tax refund
HMRC data shows 12,500+ reclaimed tax after flexible pension access, with £50.3m repaid. Average refund is £4,000. Retirees urged to check.
Category : Health
Asda and Morrisons Recall Pasta Salads Over Listeria Risk
Asda and Morrisons pull three pasta salads from shelves due to possible Listeria contamination. Customers urged not to eat them and return for refund.
ICO Raids Firms Over 170M Car Finance Scam Texts
ICO raids five firms for sending 170M spam texts about £829 car finance compensation; 12M complaints since Sept 2025.
Farage arson case reopened in Widdecombe murder probe
Counter-terror police have reopened a 2025 investigation into an alleged arson attack at Nigel Farage's home, linked to the murder probe of Ann Widdecombe.
Prison officer jailed for X-rated snaps to drug lord
Prison officer Jahvine Kwamba, 21, was jailed for eight months for sending explicit images to inmate Roberts Sokolovs, linked to the Jimmy Line drugs ring, and receiving over £6,000.
QEH nurses retire after 93 years of NHS service
Two nurses at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital retire after 93 years of combined NHS service, leaving a legacy of care and training.
Dog Therapy Boosts Mental Health for Spinal Patients
Dog-assisted therapy sessions funded by Caremark Redcar and Cleveland improve mental health for spinal injury patients at James Cook University Hospital.
Silentnight Sound Machine: Baby Sleeps Better, I'm Relaxed
A mum's two-week test of the Silentnight Deep Sleep Night Light & Sound Machine reveals it helps her baby sleep longer, with 16 sounds, 12 music options, and Bluetooth speaker functionality.
Stockport NHS Unveils Da Vinci Robot for Safer Surgeries
Stockport NHS Foundation Trust has acquired a Da Vinci Xi surgical robot, enabling safer prostate and bowel operations, doubling prostate surgery capacity to 1,000 annually.
Olton Care Home Approved Despite Police Objection
Solihull Council approves Olton children's care home in Birchmoor Close by 5-3 vote, despite West Midlands Police concerns over high crime and anti-social behaviour.
DfT warns drivers not to rely on new eCall tech before 2027
The Department for Transport warns that Next Generation eCall, fitted in new cars, may not work until March 2027, advising drivers to use mobile phones in emergencies.
Expert Tips for Keeping Your BBQ Grill Clean and Safe This Summer
Live-fire expert Jon Finch shares essential BBQ maintenance tips: scrub while warm, avoid soap and moisture, and clean top-to-bottom to prevent rust and extend grill life.
Birmingham Takeaway Fined Over Mouse Infestation
The Original UK Fried Chicken in Alum Rock Road was shut after mouse droppings found throughout; firm and director fined over £13,500.
UK Heatwave 2026: 27 Counties to Sizzle at 36C
The UK's fifth heatwave of 2026 will bring 36C temperatures to 27 counties, with yellow health alerts issued across England.
Jesy Nelson Terrified as Twins Have Feeding Tube Surgery
Jesy Nelson shared her terror as twin daughters Ocean and Story had feeding tubes removed, a milestone in their SMA journey.
Forthglade Dog Treats Review: Subscription for Fussy Dogs
Forthglade's subscription treats impress fussy dogs with natural ingredients and flexible delivery. Our review covers quality, value, and dog approval ratings.
Teen Hospitalised After Bilston Car Overturns
A teenager was taken to hospital after a car overturned in Bilston following a two-vehicle collision on Loxdale Street, with emergency services responding at 12:05pm.
Celebrities Join Battersea to Fight Anti-Pet Trend
Celebrities back Battersea’s campaign against a worrying anti-pet trend, urging people to keep pets for life amid rising abandonment cases.
Blue Badge: Six Driver Groups Qualify Under Andy Burnham
The Department for Transport confirms six groups of drivers qualify for a Blue Badge under Andy Burnham, offering free parking and travel discounts.
Burnham Urged to Reform Maternity Pay for Self-Employed
Bright Blue urges PM Andy Burnham to auto-enrol self-employed into pensions, uprate Maternity Allowance to 90% of earnings for six weeks, and extend sick pay.
Prostate Cancer Survivors Urged to Join NHS Study
Thousands of UK men with prostate cancer are called to join Prostate Progress, a national study to improve screening and care.
Dancers Priced Out as Industry Costs Soar, Study Finds
A new study reveals a third of UK dancers are struggling to afford living costs, prompting calls for industry reform and better support.
DWP to Reassess DLA Claimants for PIP from September
DWP resumes DLA to PIP reassessment from September, calling 3,000 randomly selected claimants. Failure to respond may result in loss of benefits, warns Scope.
Birmingham Woman Accused of Attempted Murder Faces Retrial
Emma Jane Williams, 41, from Erdington, denies attempted murder of a boy by tampering with medication. Jury deadlocked, retrial set for March 2026.
Burnham Government Considers Eye Tests for Drivers Over 70
The Andy Burnham government is consulting on mandatory eye tests every three years for drivers over 70, with results possibly reported to the DVLA for those with glaucoma or diabetes.
Dotty's First Birthday: Premature Baby's Inspiring Journey
Dotty, born 17 weeks early at 1lb, celebrates her first birthday after 129 days in NICU. Her parents support Rainbows Hospice appeal.
Free Kids Activities at Astbury Mere Care Home
Astbury Mere Care Home in Congleton offers six weeks of free Monday children's activities in its garden, connecting kids with residents, including those with dementia.
Pensions Exempt from Loss Relief Under New IHT Rules
From April 2027, pensions in estates will face IHT but won't qualify for loss relief, creating a two-tier tax system, experts warn.
UK Mandates 18 Car Safety Features, Costs Expected to Rise
The UK government will mandate 18 advanced safety technologies in all new cars, including automatic braking and speed assistance, potentially raising prices, as part of a road safety strategy.
Burnham mulls eye tests for drivers over 85
Andy Burnham's government is consulting on mandatory eyesight tests for drivers over 70, with options for more frequent checks at ages 75, 80, 85, and cognitive testing, as part of the Road Safety Strategy.
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